I always thought I could do it on my own. After all, all it takes is discipline, persistence and some research, right?

But when you’re working 60+ hours a week in a job that makes you deeply unhappy, motivation levels were low and I was incapable of making a rational decision because ANYTHING was be better than the job I had.

Statistics show that you’re up to 95% more likely to achieve what you want if you have someone who regularly checks in on you - and I was astounded at what I achieved in a short period of time, a different perspective gave me new motivation. It did wonders for my confidence, especially after the hammering it took working for psychopath and each time I lost out on roles.

So here's a little about my experience with working with Career Coaches …

When I first quit my corporate job, people congratulated me on my bravery. I didn't feel brave. I felt petrified. And I didn't really decide. My body made the decision for me.

To choose change takes enormous courage. To push yourself into discomfort takes bravery. Especially if you’ve spent most of you career on auto-pilot, letting other people deciding your path, your progression, your skills, your shortcomings for you.

But I’ll tell you, that change is oh-so-worth it. Here’s are some of the things that I learnt since I left the corporate world ….